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Grief counselors and therapists in Allentown, PA

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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Allentown, PA

Loss impacts everyone differently, and Allentown residents deserve compassionate support. Headway's network includes providers experienced in coping with death, anticipatory grief, and unresolved loss—using modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Prolonged Grief Disorder Therapy. Find your fit among our providers with flexible scheduling and affordable care options.

Dr. Susan Shipley

Dr. Susan Shipley

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Together we'll identify patterns of thought and behavior affecting your sense of self, confidence, and optimism towards the future.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Sloan

Julie Sloan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I've watched too many women of color carry everything — their families, their work, everyone's feelings — while their own needs go unacknowledged.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Cramer

Amanda Cramer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi, I'm Amanda! If you're here, you've already done something brave. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and relationship challenges who are ready to understand the patterns keeping life feeling heavy or stuck. My goal is to make this whole process feel as easy as possible. I'd love to get to know you- reach out and let's take the first step together.

Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Felicia Roche

Felicia Roche

Therapist

Virtual • Glenside, PA


“I am dedicated to providing a safe and compassionate space to explore your thoughts and emotions, gain valuable insights, and develop the tools needed to navigate life's complexities.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Madison Frank

Madison Frank

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist who works across the lifespan helping people manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, burnout, compassion fatigue, identity development, and life transitions.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Annette Deigh, Lcsw

Annette Deigh, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“With over 20 years experience in the nonprofit arena, some additional specialties that I have are in the areas of public health, domestic violence and issues of housing insecurity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alecia Denillo

Alecia Denillo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


If you've spent a long time handling everything on your own, the idea of opening up in therapy can feel uncomfortable — maybe even a little vulnerable. You might be stuck in your head, second-guessing yourself, or repeating patterns you can't quite break no matter how hard you try. You don't need to have it all figured out before you reach out. You just need a willingness to start, and I'll meet you right there.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saadiqa Kumanyika

Saadiqa Kumanyika

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“My work is grounded, compassionate, and rooted in helping you feel more connected to yourself, your values, and your support systems.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Pistorio

Maria Pistorio

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Helping people heal and grow is my goal.

For me, therapy is not just a profession but a calling – a way to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

As a compassionate therapist, I genuinely care about helping people heal from challenges and experience growth.

I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and PCIT (Parent-Child Interactive Therapy), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I work closely with clients to address trauma, anxiety, and relationship challenges using proven therapy models.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dante Barfield

Dante Barfield

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm passionate about creating a safe, empathetic space where clients can feel understood and empowered on their journey to healing.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pascale Davis

Pascale Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a survivor of Complex PTSD myself, I have a special understanding and passion about helping others heal with patience and grace.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Craig Hanauer

Craig Hanauer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and groups. Areas of expertise include, out of control sexual behavior, 12-Step recovery, childhood sexual abuse, shame, body dysmorphia and gender identity.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Siford

Alexander Siford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bellefonte, PA


“As a licensed therapist, I seek to provide evidence-based counseling services, influenced by the Christian faith.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Evelyn Rosa

Evelyn Rosa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


Evelyn Rosa, MSN, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in child, adolescent, and adult mental health. At Beyond Mental Health and Wellness, patients receive comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs. With a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, Evelyn provides expert care for conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and more—helping patients regain balance, clarity, and control of their lives.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Yolanda Aguinaga

Dr. Yolanda Aguinaga

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“After 27 years of experience in this field, I utterly believe the mind is a gift, and cultivating it becomes the ultimate task of our lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Bruckner

Michael Bruckner

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Mike is trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), as well as EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) and uses these modalities with great success.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marla Grafton

Marla Grafton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am an LCSW dedicated to helping individuals of all ages find their way back to peace and confidence.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Beck

Brittany Beck

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Welcome! My name is Brittany and I specialize in providing guidance to individuals and families facing life's challenges. My experience and education were focused on Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. My safe, supportive, and empathetic environment enables my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to make choices that best serve their longer term goals.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sam Agoos

Sam Agoos

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is person-centered and collaborative. Therapy is a conversation... I strongly believe that real change is possible when we've created a space built with room for vulnerability and honest discussion and room for humor.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yunaira Vanessa Rodriguez

Yunaira Vanessa Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and person-centered. I believe you know yourself best, and my role is to provide a safe, supportive space where we can explore what you're experiencing without judgment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomas Conley

Thomas Conley

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Candace Gudgeon

Candace Gudgeon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm warm, empathetic, and fully accepting of who you are. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, valued, and supported as you navigate your unique journey.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jehlisah Vaccarella

Jehlisah Vaccarella

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy with me isn't about fitting you into a protocol — it's about figuring out what's actually going on...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nathalie Wetzel

Nathalie Wetzel

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“From personal experience with anxiety and depression, I know the despair, and I believe in possibility of positive change.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Forsyth

Leslie Forsyth

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am glad you are here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy over telehealth in Pennsylvania. I have over 18 years of experience providing mental health care to people of all ages. For the last 11 years, I have specialized in serving adult women across multiple levels of care including outpatient, intensive outpatient programming, and partial hospitalization programming, In my years of experience I have seen countless women make profound changes in their lives with the support of other women cheering them on.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ajani McMullen-Williams

Ajani McMullen-Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Adhering to a style of practicing that has the therapist meeting the client where they are, Ms. Williams, also includes culturally sensitive practices in her treatment style methods.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Beth Mcginley

Dr. Beth Mcginley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Using cognitive behavioral approaches, I help clients rethink how to react, reframe and reimagine their choices and relationships...”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christopher Patchet

Christopher Patchet

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Christopher provides a relaxing atmosphere while doing therapy. Christopher has been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing while working with the Veteran's Affairs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sophia Varnell

Sophia Varnell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“You are the architect of your life and with humor, creativity, and participation together we can create the key that unlocks the many doors that lead to you discovering your empowered and affirmed Self.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lali Binder

Lali Binder

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, supportive, and down-to-earth. I want you to feel comfortable and safe as we work together.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jonathan Stone

Jonathan Stone

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is to address all areas of stress in a person's life, i.e. work, school, family, and personal/private.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Reiff

Nicole Reiff

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I strive to make all my clients feel comfortable in their healing journey. It is Very important to me that none of my clients feel judged or shame.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melissa Weisel

Melissa Weisel

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Therapy should be individualized, offering both space to explore concepts and structure for changing behaviors if desired.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Leonidah Okemwa

Dr. Leonidah Okemwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I enjoy forming partnerships with patients to help them achieve their highest possible level of functioning.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dara Felker-Merritt

Dara Felker-Merritt

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe healing begins with feeling heard and understood, and together we'll build on your strengths, develop practical tools, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Scarlett Brode

Scarlett Brode

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am an LCSW with 20+ years of experience helping clients to manage anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and adjustment difficulties. I work collaboratively with adults of all ages to promote personal growth and help to guide people in the necessary steps to achieve their life goals.

Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allison Oaks

Allison Oaks

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I believe healing happens when clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to explore their experiences at a pace that feels safe.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Makesa Toure

Makesa Toure

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe mental health care should be personalized, compassionate, and centered around the whole person.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clyde King

Clyde King

Therapist

Virtual • Marcus Hook, PA


Hello I am Clyde who wants to ensure you receive the best treatment you can, offering treatment in a safe space, nonjudgmental, honest, confidential, timely warm, kind, considerate, professional, ethical, skillful, relevant, current way. Look forward to getting to know you.

Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Malina DiLella

Malina DiLella

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I genuinely believe everyone deserves space where their perspective isn't questioned or minimized - just understood.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

About our therapists in Allentown, PA who help people navigate grief and loss

Number of therapists serving Allentown, PA
There are over 1,659 therapists in Allentown, PA accepting new patients.
1,659+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Grief or loss
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 81%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • 71%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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